Dodge City FIre — Dodge City, KS
FIRE FIGHTER
Compensation
$50,450–$71,916 /yr
Filing window
January 13, 2026
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The brief
Dodge City FIre in Dodge City, Kansas is hiring for FIRE FIGHTER. The posted pay is $50,450–$71,916 a year.
Among 19 current Kansas postings on Driftsmoke with a listed salary, this top-of-range pay is higher than 89% of them; the median among them is $52,000/yr.
About Dodge City FIre
Dodge City FIre is a career department with 3 stations.
Summary by Driftsmoke from the official bulletin and department records; the full posting follows below.
FIRE FIGHTER
No certifications or experience required for this position. The City will train you and provide you with the opportunities to get your certifications!
JOB SUMMARY The job duties of the Fire Fighter/EMT include but are not limited to responding to alarms and other emergency calls to protect life and property; trains in and operates firefighting equipment, participates in fire prevention programs, including inspections, public education, hazardous materials, station maintenance, and training activities. Work varies requiring individual judgment within prescribed standards and procedures.
Job Knowledge & Effectiveness • Effectively perform fire suppression and rescue work, along with ventilation, salvage and overhaul during structure fires. • Administer basic life support confidently and effectively. • Assume supervisory and ICS control on medical emergencies. • Maintain and operate fire apparatus effectively. • Maintain station and fire equipment properly. • Assist with fire investigations routinely. • Effectively maintain and operate airport rescue. • Perform proper and effective fire prevention activities and inspections daily. • Assume Fire Engineer position and responsibility frequently. • Assist and attend training sessions regularly and apply knowledge in the field. • Test city fire hydrants for flow and pressure.
Supports the Operations of the Department by • Demonstrates ability to plan, complete tasks and monitor results within established deadlines. • Effectively applying knowledge to solve a range of problems. • Following department policies on a consistent basis. • Performs job responsibilities consistently, timely, cost-effectively, ensuring customer satisfaction. • Making decisions regarding the efficient and cost-effective way to perform job responsibilities. • Identify and understand issues, problems, and opportunities and takes action consistent with available facts and probable consequences. • Adjusts to changing conditions; accepts new duties and responsibilities with a positive attitude.
Position : 000000478
Code : 44-1
Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
Location : FIRE
Grade : FIREFIGHTER
Group : FIRE
Job Family : FIRE FIGHTER
Job Class : FIREFIGHTER
Posting Start : 01/13/2026
Posting End : 12/31/9999
SALARY RANGE: $50,450.40-$71,916.00